heighten

Example Sentences

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“With children present, officers acted with heightened caution to prioritize public safety. We recognize that incidents involving animals can be concerning, and we remain committed to transparency, humane animal care, and continuous improvement.”

From Los Angeles Times

Throughout, she’ll allude to stories of mistreated animals and the Griffith Park fire of 1933, heightening the sense that we are in the presence of unnatural occurrences.

From Los Angeles Times

Drivers include tensions between the U.S. and Europe and heightened worries over Japan’s fiscal sustainability, the senior economist and senior currency strategist says.

From The Wall Street Journal

Key bond yields jumped on the heightened trade fears with the US 10-year Treasury note jumping around seven basis points to 4.29 percent while Japanese long-dated bond yields reached record highs.

From Barron's

Each of the four contenders is responsible for a major Disney business unit, heightening fears that one or more of the unsuccessful candidates will depart — leaving a big void.

From Los Angeles Times